The Osun State branch of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has cautioned the All Progressives Congress (APC) to stop disrespecting the presidency regarding President Bola Tinubu’s hosting of Governor Ademola Adeleke.
In a statement from the PDP Chairman, Sunday Bisi, the party characterized the APC’s responses as disgraceful and unbecoming.
They charged the APC with not having a fundamental grasp of governance and intergovernmental courtesy in a democracy.
Bisi stated, “The vitriolic outbursts from APC stalwarts since President Tinubu welcomed Governor Adeleke at His Lagos residence show a total disregard for decorum and an alarming ignorance of democratic principles. This behavior does not reflect the noble values of mutual respect and civility upheld by the proud Yoruba tradition.
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He stressed that Governor Adeleke would persist in utilizing all democratic means, including conversations with the President when needed, to ensure significant development for the people of Osun who elected him as their Governor
The PDP noted that the APC tends to show a lack of respect towards government officials, citing comparable incidents during the visits of the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, Ado Doguwa, and Femi Gbajabiamila. Everyone of whom encountered baseless abuse from Osun APC members merely for recognizing the progress made by the Governor in development.
Bisi invoked historical precedent to remind the APC of the actions of former Osun Governor Baba Bisi Akande, who, despite party differences, hosted then-President Olusegun Obasanjo for three days. During this time, they engaged in joint project inaugurations and discussions aimed at benefiting the state.
“This is how authentic governance operates. He noted, “Perhaps today’s APC chronic minnows should look to respected figures like Baba Bisi Akande for guidance on the real essence of leadership and statesmanship.”
He ended by calling on the APC to transcend trivial political disputes and prioritize constructive engagement aimed at the welfare of the people, while commending Governor Adeleke for his steadfast focus on peace, progress, and meaningful dialogue.
